Belaynesh Worku

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will involve my children in completing the actions I have selected during the challenge.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I'm up for a serious challenge! I will only eat food that has been raised and cultivated within a hundred-mile radius of where I live.

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.